Sean Van Horn
Manchester,United States
Summary
Retired Veteran with 7 years of expertise in guiding ships while following safety procedures. Adept in employing navigational equipment, preparation, communication and knowledge of weather, surroundings and obstacles. Strong leader in offering concise direction and supervision of crew members attending to ship operations. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Boatswain's Mate
United States Navy
08.2017 - 08.2024
- Trained 36 divisional personnel in upkeep of ship's external structure, marlinspike, painting, rigging and deck equipment.
- Performed Search and Rescue (SAR) operations and responded to both military and civilian ships needing assistance.
- Oversaw cargo handling and inspected anchoring, mooring, fueling, towing, and transferring of personnel and cargo.
- Handled landing signalman responsibilities on air-capable ships and as coxswain on RHIB (rigid-hulled inflatable boast).
- Oversaw underway replenishment procedures to maintain equipment used in unloading and loading cargo.
- Operated large marine vessels by adjusting speed, steering craft and utilizing navigation instruments.
- Prioritized safety procedures when operating vessels, controlling speed, berthing and unberthing, giving optimal protection to crew and equipment.
- Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
- Assisted corporate or private vessels in distress during maritime rescue operations.
Education
Bacholers in Homeland Security -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Maryland 08.2024
Bacholers in Emergency Management -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Maryland08.2024
Associates in General Studies -
University Of Maryland Global Campus
Maryland 12.2021
High School Diploma -
High Point Regional High School
New Jersey06.2017
Skills
- Strong Leader
- Shipboard Safety Protocols
- Emergency response training
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Rigging Systems Familiarity
- Painting and Preservation
- Watchstanding Experience
- Emergency equipment knowledge
- Safety Protocols
- Crew Supervision
- Risk management assessments
- Emergency Response
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 36 staff members.
Certification
- Certified CPR
- Licensed JLG
Awards
- Summer 2023, UMGC Deans list
References
Jacqueline Bensley, 973-896-7345
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementTimeline
Boatswain's Mate
United States Navy
08.2017 - 08.2024
Bacholers in Homeland Security -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bacholers in Emergency Management -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associates in General Studies -
University Of Maryland Global Campus
High School Diploma -
High Point Regional High School
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